馃嚢馃嚜 Swahili phrases

How to Say "See you later" in Swahili

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tutaonana baadaye
"See you later" in Swahili 路 say it like too-tah-oh-nah-nah bah-ah-dah-yeh

The most natural way to say "See you later" in Swahili is Tutaonana baadaye. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Tutaonana
A more casual way to say it, often used among friends.
Nitaona baadaye
A slightly more personal way, meaning 'I will see you later.'

When to use it

You can use this phrase when parting ways with someone you plan to see again. It is friendly and casual. It works well in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Swahili

SwahiliEnglish
Ninakwenda sasa, tutaonana baadaye.I am leaving now, see you later.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'baadaye' which means 'later'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is appropriate for both formal and informal situations.

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